Well, its official...the fall semester is back in full swing! The new students arrived last Saturday and the returning students arrived yesterday, Monday. Things have been pretty busy with fulfilling RA responsibilities and going to soccer pre-season practice. But, God is good and I know this will be a great year. God will bless and work this year I know. This year, I am serving as the Head RA in the men's dorm. Part of that means I have a kitchen where I can cook my own meals. One thing I realized is...I don't know how to cook! I went grocery shopping Sunday night after church and felt like a lost little boy in the grocery store. But, it will be a good learning experience and I'll be cooking in no time I'm sure! Look out Emeril!
When I was at the grocery store, I had an awesome experience I wanted to share on my blog, which is mainly about Guatemala. Compared to my home state of North Carolina, there aren't many Hispanic people here in West Virginia. So when I do see a Latino, I usually talk to them and find out where they are from, etc. As I was walking into the grocery store, so was a Hispanic man. I struck up conversation with him and soon found out he had moved from NC and was originally from....wait for it...GUATEMALA!! How exciting! He is from Quiché, Guatemala. I was so excited that the first person I talked to in Spanish happened to be a Chapin! I got Peluche's number and hopefully we will be able to meet up again soon. Please pray for other friends of mine from Jalapa: Edgar, Mayra, Salvador and Eusebio from Huehuetenango. I have wonderful opportunities in serving here in Beckley to spend time with these friends and share the Gospel with them. Pray for open doors.
Until next time, Jay
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